The Skipper Of The Cynthia B. (1921)

By Charles Pendexter Durell

Book Overview

The Skipper of the Cynthia B. is a novel written by Charles Pendexter Durell and published in 1921. The story revolves around the titular character, Captain Ezra Nye, who is the skipper of the fishing vessel Cynthia B. The novel takes place in the early 20th century and is set in the fictional town of Eastboro, Massachusetts.Captain Nye is a seasoned sailor who has spent his entire life at sea. He is a respected member of the community and is known for his bravery and skill as a fisherman. However, his life takes a turn when he is accused of stealing a valuable necklace from a wealthy woman who had chartered his boat for a fishing trip.The novel follows Captain Nye as he tries to clear his name and prove his innocence. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, including his loyal crew, a group of wealthy socialites, and a cunning detective who is determined to solve the case.The Skipper of the Cynthia B. is a thrilling and suspenseful tale that explores themes of loyalty, justice, and the power of community. It is a classic work of American literature that has endured for nearly a century and continues to captivate readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104329883
• ISBN13: 9781104329884
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"